X710, X730, X734, X738, X739 John Deere Tractor
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Using Your Operator’s Manual
Special Messages
Attachments for Your Machine
Section 00 - Product Identification
Record Identification Numbers
Register Your Product and Warranty Online
Section 05 - Safety Labels Text
Safety Label Location
Understanding The Machine Safety Labels
DANGER
WARNING
HOT SURFACE
CAUTION
WARNING
Roll-Over Protective Structure
Canadian Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Compliance
Section 06 - Safety Labels No-Text
Safety Label Location
Understanding The No-Text Machine Safety Labels
Read Operator’s Manual
Keep Children Away from Mower
Avoid Injury From Tipping
Hot Surface
Prevent Equipment Fires
Rotating Shaft (Only When Equipped With PTO)
Section 10 - Safety
Operating Safely
Using a Spark Arrestor
Checking Mowing Area
Parking Safely
Rotating Blades are Dangerous
Protect Children
Operating on Slopes
Keep Riders Off
Stay Clear of Rotating Drivelines
Checking Wheel Hardware
Towing Loads Safely
Wear Appropriate Clothing
Driving Safely on Public Roads
Practice Safe Maintenance
Avoid High Pressure Fluids
Prevent Fires
Handling Fuel Safely
Tire Safety
Handling Waste Product and Chemicals
Front End Loader Compatibility
Section 15 - Machine Cleanout
Cleanout Areas
Section 20 - Operating Controls
Operator Station Controls
Instrument Cluster
Section 25 - Operating
Daily Operating Checklist
Avoid Damage to Plastic and Painted Surfaces
Adjusting Tilt Steering Wheel
Install Seat (Standard Models)
Adjusting Seat (Standard)
Adjusting Air Ride Seat
Using Mower Height Control Knob
Adjusting Mower Level Using Deck Leveling Gauge - Method 1
Adjusting Mower Level Using Deck Leveling - Method 2
Starting the Engine
Testing Safety Systems
Testing PTO, RIO Switch
Testing Seat Switch
Testing Park Brake Switch
Testing Reverse Pedal Interlock
Testing Front PTO Operation (Optional)
Testing Rear PTO Operation (Optional)
Using Park Brake
Using Key Switch
Using Light Switch
Starting When Engine Runs Out of Fuel
Idling the Engine
Stopping the Engine
Emergency Stopping
Using Travel Pedals
Using Cruise Control
Using the Power-Take-Off (PTO) Safely
Using the PTO (Power-Take-Off)
Using Reverse Implement Option (RIO)
Using Front PTO (Optional)
Using Rear PTO (Optional)
Using Traction Assist
Using Full Time 4-Wheel Drive (HFWD)
Using 12-Volt Outlet
Installing Attachments
Connecting Attachment Hydraulic Hoses
Using Hydraulic Control Levers
Moving Machine by Hand
Unplugging Mower, Bagger, or Material Collection System
Transporting Machine on Trailer
Transporting Material Collection System (If Equipped)
Ballasting Machine Safely
Ballasting Machine
Using Weights
Installing Rear Wheel Weights
Using Tire Chains
Blade Choices
Section 30 - Replacement Parts
Service Literature
Parts
Section 35 - Service Intervals
Servicing Your Machine
After First 8 Hours
After First 50 Hours
Every 100 Hours or 12 Months (whichever comes first)
Every 200 Hours or 12 Months (whichever comes first)
Every 200 Hours
Every 400 Hours or 24 Months (whichever comes first)
Section 40 - Service Lubrication
Grease
Lubricating Rear Steering Pivot (4WS Models)
Lubricating Steering Cylinder Ball Joint Grease Fittings (If
Equipped) (2WD Models)
Lubricating Front Axle (2WD Models)
Lubricate Drive Shaft (2WD Models)
Lubricating Machine Grease Fittings (If Equipped) (4WD Models)
Section 45 - Service Engine
Emissions Service Information
Avoid Fumes
Preparing Fuel and Engine For Storage
Engine Oil
Checking Engine Oil Level
Changing Engine Oil and Filter
Cleaning Air Intake Screens
Servicing Air Cleaner Element
Checking Spark Plug
Recommended Engine Coolant
Service Cooling System Safely
Servicing Cooling System
Cleaning Radiator Screen and Fins
Checking Radiator Hoses and Clamps
Servicing Fan Belt
Replacing Fuel Filter (X710, X730, X734, X738, X739)
Adjusting Fuel Injection Pump
Spark Arrestor Maintenance (if equipped)
Section 50 - Service Transmission
Transmission and Hydraulic Oil
Transmission Oil
Checking Transaxle Oil Level (All Models)
Changing Transaxle Oil and Filter (Except Full Time 4-Wheel
Drive (HFWD) System)
Changing HFWD System Hydraulic Oil and Filter (Transaxle and
HFWD Front Axle)
Section 55 - Service Electrical
Electrical
Service the Battery Safely
Removing and Installing the Battery
Cleaning Battery and Terminals
Using Booster Battery
Replacing Headlight Bulb
Replacing Taillight Bulb
Replacing Fuses and Relays (X710)
Replacing Fuses and Relays (X730, X734, X738, X739)
Section 60 - Service Miscellaneous
Using Proper Fuel and Stabilizer
Filling Fuel Tank
Lifting Machine
Checking Tire Pressure
Checking Wheel Bolt Tightness
Cleaning Plastic Surfaces
Cleaning and Repairing Metal Surfaces
Raising and Lowering Hood
Removing and Installing Hood
Removing and Installing Wheel Assembly (Models with Wheel Bolt)
Section 65 - Troubleshooting
Using Troubleshooting Chart
Engine
Electrical
Machine
PTO/Mower
Steering
Section 70 - Storage
Storing Safety
Preparing Machine for Storage
Preparing Fuel and Engine For Storage
Removing Machine From Storage
Section 75 - Specifications
Engine (X710)
Engine (X730, X734, X738, X739)
Drive Train
Travel Speeds
Electrical System
Fuel System
Steering and Brakes
Tire Pressures
Capacities
Dimensions (X710, X730, X734)
Dimensions (X738)
Dimensions (X739)
Weight
Recommended Lubricants
Section 80 - Warranty
Product Warranty
California and U.S. EPA Emissions Control System Warranty Statement
(Off-Road Gas Engines)
Tire Warranty
Limited Battery Warranty For Factory Installed Batteries
Section JDQS - John Deere Quality Statement
John Deere Quality
Section SR - Service Record
Record Service Dates
Section SG - Slope Gauge
Slope Gauge Template